- Insert the TEREA stick up to the line on the filter until the holder vibrates and light(s) pulse(s). Heating starts automatically, or by pressing the button for 1 second
- You can start using your device once the holder vibrates and the lights stay fixed
- To signal the last 30 seconds of use or that the last 2 puffs are left, the holder will vibrate with the light(s) pulsing white
- Dispose of the stick immediately after you’ve used it, simply by removing the stick from the holder and disposing of them according to your local waste disposal regulations
- Insert the holder in the charger for recharging
- Tilt the holder towards you or short press the button. The lights will come on and indicate the battery level. When 2 lights are on it means the holder is ready for 2 uses and 1 light on means it’s ready for 1 use only.
- Short press the side button on the pocket charger with the holder inside the charger. The pocket charger light will turn on. 2 lights mean the holder is ready for 2 uses and 1 light on means ready for 1 use.
- 4 WHITE: the battery is fully charged
- 3 WHITE: up to 75% battery life remaining
- 2 WHITE: up to 50% battery life remaining
- 1 WHITE: up to 25% battery life remaining
- This means the battery is depleted and the holder needs to be recharged.
- You need to put the holder in the pocket charger and reset the device.
- This indicates your IQOS ILUMA is outside its operating temperature range of between (0°C~40°C)
- 1’ 50” for 1 use*
- 3’25” for 1-2 uses*
- 5’ 15” 0-2 uses*
- 3 vibrations = 75-50%
- 2 = 50-25%
- 1 = <25%.
- If your IQOS ILUMA doesn't start on its own then please:
- Check that you’re only using TEREA sticks
- Make sure they’re being placed in the right direction in the holder
- Open the IQOS app and check if the autostart function has been accidentally deactivated
- Place the holder in the pocket charger and perform a RESET. To do this, press and hold down the pocket charger button for 10 seconds until the lights fade out. The RESET is confirmed when you release the button and all of the lights blink 2 times
- If the holder starts on its own without a TEREA stick inserted then please follow these steps:
- Place the holder in the pocket charger and perform a RESET. To do this, press and hold down the pocket charger button for 10 seconds until the lights fade out. The RESET is confirmed when you release the button and all of the lights blink 2 times
- If RESET doesn’t fix the problem, download the IQOS app and remove the autostart setting from the holder
How do I use my IQOS ILUMA?
Can I change the features and settings?
No problem. Features and settings can be turned on or off via the IQOS app such as autostart, customization features, lock and unlock device. Don't forget to download the app and register the device on your IQOS.com account.
How do I reset my IQOS ILUMA?
To reset your device, place the holder in the pocket charger and press the button for 10 seconds, then release. All of the lights will turn OFF, blink twice, and turn on again to confirm a RESET.
How will I know how many uses are left with my IQOS ILUMA?
There are 2 ways to check how many uses you have left. Either on the holder itself or by checking the pocket charger with the holder inside. Here’s how:
Checking on the holder:
Checking on the pocket charger:
How do I check the battery level of the pocket charger?
Checking the battery level of the pocket charger is easy. Simply short press the side button on the pocket charger. The pocket charger lights will turn on to indicate the battery level:
What do the lights on the IQOS ILUMA device mean?
YELLOW blinking lights displaying on the holder:
RED blinking light on the holder:
WHITE lights blink twice on the holder:
How do I charge my IQOS ILUMA and how long does it take?
It’s quick and easy to charge your device but remember, it’s safer to use the power adapter and charging cable designed for IQOS ILUMA. It takes around 135 minutes to fully charge the pocket charger and up to 10 minutes to fully charge the holder for the first time after unpacking.
The holder recharge times are:
*Subject to battery performance degradation and conditions of use.
Can I use the power adaptor & charging cable from older IQOS devices?
Yes, but only with the charging cable and power adaptor designed for IQOS 3 generations.
What are advanced features?
To make your experience easier, IQOS ILUMA is packed full of new advanced features.
Autostart.
Once your TEREA stick is correctly inserted, your holder will vibrate to let you know that the SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ has started preheating automatically. You don’t need to set up the IQOS app for autostart to work but you can use the IQOS app to deactivate the autostart. When it’s ready to use, the device will vibrate a second time. You can also start heating manually by pressing the side button.
Checking your holder.
This smart gesture allows you to check how much battery is remaining in your holder. Simply tilt the holder towards you when you’re not using it, and the lights on the holder will indicate the battery level.
Checking how much experience is left.
Double-tap your holder and the vibrations will indicate how much of your experience is left. For instance:
You can enable and adjust the vibration modes to suit you, using the IQOS app.
Why does autostart not work with my IQOS ILUMA?
Remember, you can start your tobacco experience manually by inserting your TEREA stick into the holder and pressing the button for two seconds to activate your experience. If it still doesn’t work, visit your nearest IQOS store and one of our agents will fix the problem for you.
How do I clean the IQOS ILUMA PRIME’s leather wrap, and is it covered by warranty?
The great news is that cleaning the leather wrap is easy. Just grab a damp cloth and wipe it gently. Unfortunately, wraps are not covered by the warranty.
How do I use my IQOS ILUMA?
- Insert the TEREA stick up to the line on the filter until the holder vibrates and light(s) pulse(s). Heating starts automatically, or by pressing the button for 1 second
- You can start using your device once the holder vibrates and the lights stay fixed
- To signal the last 30 seconds of use or that the last 2 puffs are left, the holder will vibrate with the light(s) pulsing white
- Dispose of the stick immediately after you’ve used it, simply by removing the stick from the holder and disposing of them according to your local waste disposal regulations
- Insert the holder in the charger for recharging
Can I change the features and settings?
No problem. Features and settings can be turned on or off via the IQOS app such as autostart, customization features, lock and unlock device. Don't forget to download the app and register the device on your IQOS.com account.
How do I reset my IQOS ILUMA?
To reset your device, place the holder in the pocket charger and press the button for 10 seconds, then release. All of the lights will turn OFF, blink twice, and turn on again to confirm a RESET.
How will I know how many uses are left with my IQOS ILUMA?
There are 2 ways to check how many uses you have left. Either on the holder itself or by checking the pocket charger with the holder inside. Here’s how:
Checking on the holder:
- Tilt the holder towards you or short press the button. The lights will come on and indicate the battery level. When 2 lights are on it means the holder is ready for 2 uses and 1 light on means it’s ready for 1 use only.
Checking on the pocket charger:
- Short press the side button on the pocket charger with the holder inside the charger. The pocket charger light will turn on. 2 lights mean the holder is ready for 2 uses and 1 light on means ready for 1 use.
How do I check the battery level of the pocket charger?
Checking the battery level of the pocket charger is easy. Simply short press the side button on the pocket charger. The pocket charger lights will turn on to indicate the battery level:
- 4 WHITE: the battery is fully charged
- 3 WHITE: up to 75% battery life remaining
- 2 WHITE: up to 50% battery life remaining
- 1 WHITE: up to 25% battery life remaining
What do the lights on the IQOS ILUMA device mean?
YELLOW blinking lights displaying on the holder:
- This means the battery is depleted and the holder needs to be recharged.
RED blinking light on the holder:
- You need to put the holder in the pocket charger and reset the device.
WHITE lights blink twice on the holder:
- This indicates your IQOS ILUMA is outside its operating temperature range of between (0°C~40°C)
How do I charge my IQOS ILUMA and how long does it take?
It’s quick and easy to charge your device but remember, it’s safer to use the power adapter and charging cable designed for IQOS ILUMA. It takes around 135 minutes to fully charge the pocket charger and up to 10 minutes to fully charge the holder for the first time after unpacking.
The holder recharge times are:
- 1’ 50” for 1 use*
- 3’25” for 1-2 uses*
- 5’ 15” 0-2 uses*
*Subject to battery performance degradation and conditions of use.
Can I use the power adaptor & charging cable from older IQOS devices?
Yes, but only with the charging cable and power adaptor designed for IQOS 3 generations.
What are advanced features?
To make your experience easier, IQOS ILUMA is packed full of new advanced features.
Autostart.
Once your TEREA stick is correctly inserted, your holder will vibrate to let you know that the SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ has started preheating automatically. You don’t need to set up the IQOS app for autostart to work but you can use the IQOS app to deactivate the autostart. When it’s ready to use, the device will vibrate a second time. You can also start heating manually by pressing the side button.
Checking your holder.
This smart gesture allows you to check how much battery is remaining in your holder. Simply tilt the holder towards you when you’re not using it, and the lights on the holder will indicate the battery level.
Checking how much experience is left.
Double-tap your holder and the vibrations will indicate how much of your experience is left. For instance:
- 3 vibrations = 75-50%
- 2 = 50-25%
- 1 = <25%.
You can enable and adjust the vibration modes to suit you, using the IQOS app.
Why does autostart not work with my IQOS ILUMA?
- If your IQOS ILUMA doesn't start on its own then please:
- Check that you’re only using TEREA sticks
- Make sure they’re being placed in the right direction in the holder
- Open the IQOS app and check if the autostart function has been accidentally deactivated
- Place the holder in the pocket charger and perform a RESET. To do this, press and hold down the pocket charger button for 10 seconds until the lights fade out. The RESET is confirmed when you release the button and all of the lights blink 2 times
- If the holder starts on its own without a TEREA stick inserted then please follow these steps:
- Place the holder in the pocket charger and perform a RESET. To do this, press and hold down the pocket charger button for 10 seconds until the lights fade out. The RESET is confirmed when you release the button and all of the lights blink 2 times
- If RESET doesn’t fix the problem, download the IQOS app and remove the autostart setting from the holder
Remember, you can start your tobacco experience manually by inserting your TEREA stick into the holder and pressing the button for two seconds to activate your experience. If it still doesn’t work, visit your nearest IQOS store and one of our agents will fix the problem for you.
How do I clean the IQOS ILUMA PRIME’s leather wrap, and is it covered by warranty?
The great news is that cleaning the leather wrap is easy. Just grab a damp cloth and wipe it gently. Unfortunately, wraps are not covered by the warranty.